JM Press

What it is

This compound pushing movement, performed with a barbell, primarily targets your triceps. It combines elements of a close grip bench press with a lying triceps extension. You will feel significant work in your triceps, supported by your chest and shoulders. This variation is highly effective for building arm strength.

Technique tips

• Keep your elbows tucked close to your body throughout.
• Begin with the barbell positioned directly over your upper chest.
• Inhale as you slowly lower the bar towards your head.
• At mid-descent, gently shift your upper arms towards your legs.
• Maintain a consistent elbow angle during this slight adjustment.
• Exhale and powerfully press the barbell back up using your triceps.

How to track your progress

Log the weight and reps of each set. Straddly turns every set into an estimated one-rep max, so a heavier single and a strong set of eight both count as progress, and it flags a personal record the moment you beat your best.